The Problem:
Some Antarctic explorers walking towards the South Pole expect to average 1.8 kilometres per hour. What is their expected displacement in a day in which they walk for 14 hours?
Problem Statement
Some Antarctic explorers walking towards the South Pole expect to average 1.8 kilometers per hour. What is their expected displacement in a day in which they walk for 14 hours?
Solution
Given:
- Average speed (v) = 1.8 km/h
- Time walked (t) = 14 hours
Step 1: Calculate Displacement
Displacement is calculated using the formula:
Displacement = Speed × Time
Substitute the values:
Displacement = 1.8 km/h × 14 hours Displacement = 25.2 km
Final Answer:
The expected displacement of the explorers in a day is 25.2 km.
